It's 25 days ETD and counting, and I've been working like a beast to get ready. In the past week, I have...
- Scheduled a haircut (chopped off nine inches a month ago to make it easier to care for and cooler in the heat).
- Called my doctor to get ...

Every time I tell a friend (or even a student) about this trip to Greece, the very first question is always, "Oh, is Bear going with you?" Here, then, is the answer once and for all: no. Not even to visit. In 13 years together, ...

I was in my bedroom with my nose in a book the day they handed out common sense. The only way I learn things is through reading about them. So for the past year, I've been researching the gear I would need for extended travel abroad. Here are a few ...